Old Time Radio Westerns

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**Old Time Radio Westerns**

Step into the past with the Old Time Radio Westerns Podcast, where we proudly present digitally restored classic Western radio dramas in a way that transcends the limitations of their original recordings. Immerse yourself in the golden age of radio, now reborn with a richness and clarity that surpasses the vintage versions. As specialists in digital restoration, we’ve meticulously enhanced every episode, elevating the audio quality to new heights. The sounds of birds chirping, the creak of a saloon door, the thundering hooves of a pursuing posse, and the crack of gunfire are now delivered with a richness and depth that breathes new life into these timeless tales of the Wild West. Our podcast is a homage to the iconic shows like Gunsmoke, The Lone Ranger, and many more. Each episode is a journey into the untamed frontier, featuring the captivating performances of legendary radio actors and the vivid storytelling that once enthralled audiences nationwide.

Latest Episodes:

Shrimp Butler | The Lone Ranger (06-16-54) Oct 21, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: June 16, 1954
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: The Lone Ranger
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• Brace Beemer (Lone Ranger)
• John Todd (Tonto)

Writer:
• Fran Striker

Producer:
• George W. Trendle

Director:
• Charles D. Livingston

Music:
• Ben Bonnell

For more great shows check out our site: https://www.otrwesterns.com
Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

Brother Lost | Have Gun Will Travel (10-18-59) Oct 21, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: October 18, 1959
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Have Gun Will Travel
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• John Dehner (Paladin)
• Ben Wright (Heyboy)
• Virginia Gregg (Miss. Wong)
Producer:
• Norman MacDonnell

Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

The Leader | Straight Arrow (01-02-50) Oct 21, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: January 02, 1950
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Straight Arrow
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• Howard Culver (Steve Adams)
• Fred Howard (Packy McCloud)
• Gwen Delano (Mesquite Molly)

Music:
• Milton Charles

Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

The Aaron Holcomb Story | Luke Slaughter of Tombstone (03-30-58) Oct 21, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: March 30, 1958
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Luke Slaughter of Tombstone
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• Sam Buffington (Luke Slaughter)
• Junius Matthews (Wichita)

Special Guests:
• Irene Tedrow
• Dee Tatum
• Sam Edwards
• Chester Stratton
• Richard LeGrand
• Lou Merrill

Editorial Supervisor:
• Tom Hanley

Producer:
• William N. Robson

Music:
• Wilbur Hatch

Conductor:
• Amerigo Moreno

Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

A Woman Scorned | Challenge of the Yukon (05-04-44) Oct 20, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: May 04, 1944
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Challenge of the Yukon
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• Paul Sutton (Sgt. Preston)

Writer:
• Fran Striker

Producer:
• George W. Trendle

Director:
• Fred Flowerday

For more great shows check out our site: https://www.otrwesterns.com
Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

The Army Mule | The Lone Ranger (06-14-54) Oct 20, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: June 14, 1954
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: The Lone Ranger
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• Brace Beemer (Lone Ranger)
• John Todd (Tonto)

Writer:
• Fran Striker

Producer:
• George W. Trendle

Director:
• Charles D. Livingston

Music:
• Ben Bonnell

For more great shows check out our site: https://www.otrwesterns.com
Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

Storm on Lake | The Cisco Kid (10-18-55) Oct 20, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: October 18, 1955
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: The Cisco Kid
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• Jack Mather (Cisco)
• Harry Lang (Poncho)

For more great shows check out our site: https://www.otrwesterns.com
Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

Sweet Revenge | Tales of the Texas Rangers (02-18-51) Oct 20, 2026

Show notes

It is raining heavily as Judd and Albert Briggs from a neighboring ranch finish their Dinner when Blake Wilkins turns up at the door after two years. Judd doesn’t seem too pleased to see his brother and Albert is pleased to discover that Blake has split up with his daughter

Original Air Date: February 18, 1951
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Tales of the Texas Rangers
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Star:
• Joel McCrea (Ranger Jayce Pearson)

Special Guests:
• Tony Barrett
• Lamont Johnson
• Bill Johnstone
• Stacy Harris
• Rye Billsbury
• Wilms Herbert

Writer:
• Russell Hughes

Producer:
• Stacy Keach

Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

Yorky | Gunsmoke (10-17-53) Oct 19, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: October 17, 1953
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Gunsmoke
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• William Conrad (Matt Dillion)
• Parley Baer (Chester)
• Georgia Ellis (Kitty)

Special Guests:
• Dick Beals
• Lawrence Dobkin
• John Dehner

Writer:
• John Meston

Producer:
• Norman Macdonnell

Music:
• Rex Koury

For more great shows check out our site: https://www.otrwesterns.com
Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

The Gold Spurs | All Star Western Theatre (02-07-48) Oct 19, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: February 07, 1948
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: All Star Western Theatre
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Special Guests:
• Janet Logan
• Tom Holland
• Paul Conrad

Writer:
• Ray Wilson

Director:
• Scott Farnsworth

Music:
• Foy Willing and The Riders of The Purple Sage

Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

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